1999 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Ulysse and 1999 Lexus RX were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus RX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. 1999 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Ulysse | 1999 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Ulysse | RX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
